Ten Years Thinner Diet

Developed by Dr. Christine Lydon, M.D., the Ten Years Thinner program promises weight loss and increased energy. The first six weeks limit certain foods, but they are gradually reintroduced. The diet argues all food groups are healthy, but specific foods within the groups may be unhealthy.

Foods to Eat

• The diet focuses on protein sources, as well as carbohydrates from produce. During the first six weeks, acceptable protein sources include skinless poultry, lean beef, seafood and eggs, combined with a serving of any fruit, vegetable or legume. Mandatory snacks of unsalted nuts and fruit are consumed twice a day.

Foods to Avoid

• Soy, dairy and grain products are prohibited for the first three to four weeks, as the diet argues these foods may cause bloating and allergies. During the fourth week, up to 100 calories of dairy or soy may be added to each meal, and up to 100 calories of grains may be added as well. Processed foods such as cookies and chips are eliminated, then reintroduced in moderation following the six week period.

Additional Recommendations

• The diet also recommends drinking 10 to 12 ozs. of calorie free fluid with every meal. However, diet soft drinks are prohibited. The diet also requires a daily multivitamin. Apart from the dietary guidelines, the Ten Years Thinner plan has a specific exercise program, which focuses on resistance training instead of cardiovascular exercise.